The Penalties Of Greatness

By Robert Ferguson

Book Overview

The Penalties of Greatness is a book written by Robert Ferguson that explores the lives of some of history's most famous figures, including Napoleon, Churchill, and Freud. The book delves into the idea that greatness comes at a cost, and that those who achieve great things often suffer personal and professional setbacks as a result. Through in-depth analysis of the lives of these individuals, Ferguson examines the ways in which their successes and failures were interconnected, and how their personal struggles impacted their public personas. The book is a fascinating look at the price of success and the toll it takes on those who achieve it. It is a must-read for anyone interested in history, psychology, or the human condition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163248657
• ISBN13: 9781163248652
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 470 Pages
• Weight: 1.37 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"